The Faraday Institute for Science and Religion logoA Faraday Institute Course
Westminster College: April 13-15, 2018

Deadline for applications: March 26, 2018

Aim of Course

This course explores the causes and effects of disasters on those caught up in them, and the role that religious faith has on those affected. We cover disasters with undoubted human causes, including the Lockerbie air crash murders and epidemics, and so-called ‘natural disasters’, such as the New Orleans hurricane and the Haiti earthquake which killed 230,000 people. It transpires that ‘natural’ disasters often owe their major impact to human factors. An international panel of expert speakers will address theological aspects thrown up by our experience of disasters and suffering; scientific causes and possible responses to disasters; and the practical ways in which we might respond as individuals and as communities to disasters both at home and abroad. The weekend will be enriched by personal testimonies from those who have been through deep disasters in Haiti, New Orleans, Lockerbie and Africa.

Course Fees
Full rate: £230 (£45 non-residential)
Post Doc: £190 (£35 non-residential)
Student: £140 (£25 non-residential)

Residential registration includes full board from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon, including conference bag with handouts, access to talks and downloadable materials, reception on Friday evening, all meals and refreshments throughout including Gala Dinner on Saturday.

Non residential registration includes full attendance at all talks, conference bag with handouts, access to talks and downloadable material. reception on Friday evening, two lunches and tea and coffee throughout.  Additional if required -  Friday dinner (£18) and Sataurday Gala Dinner (£25).

Speakers (listed in alphabetical order) and topics

Click on a speaker's name to obtain brief biographical details.

Venue

The course will be held at Westminster College, Madingley Rd, Cambridge, CB3 0AA. Click here to obtain further details about the College.

Westminster College is housed in an impressive late 19th century grade II listed building situated in two acres of gardens within easy walking distance of Cambridge City Centre, the celebrated 'Backs' and other University Colleges. It is located a few hundred metres from St. Edmund's College, the home of the Faraday Institute.

Westminster College is on the main ring road within easy access off the M11 and A14 and has on-site parking. The College is a short taxi ride from the train and bus stations. Airport coach or train from Stansted Airport (the most convenient airport for Cambridge) takes 30-40 minutes. Location map for Westminster College.

Application Form

Residential registration includes full board from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon, including conference bag with handouts, access to talks, handouts and downloadable material, reception on Friday evening, all meals and refreshments throughout including a Gala Dinner on Saturday evening.

Non residential registration includes full attendance, conference bag with handouts, access to talks, handouts and downloadable material or attendees, complimentary Friday evening reception, lunches and tea/coffee throughout.  Posibility to stay for dinner on Friday and Saturday if required at extra cost.